Job Description
About Carré Blanc Established in 1984 in France, Carré Blanc has been a prominent presence in Canada for the past 29 years. As a leading specialist in home linens worldwide, Carré Blanc is known for its passion for artistic expression and the creation of exclusive collections. Our dedicated team of stylists and designers work tirelessly to imagine new collections, invent innovative uses, and ignite new desires for every corner of the home. For Carré Blanc, household linen serves as a blank canvas on which we can freely express ourselves and showcase our inspirations. A white square or blank canvas is permission to create. As we continue to expand, we are currently seeking a manager for our store on St Denis Street in Montreal, Quebec. Please send your application to: social@carreblanc.ca Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Vice President, the mission of this role includes: Ensuring sales efforts align with and support organizational strategy Being accountable for achieving budgeted sales volumes Developing and optimizing stock turnover, margin, and customer base Delivering and training staff on exceptional Customer Service Managing sales staff Maintaining the store and in-store presentation Developing budgets and setting goals for team members Managing communication and promotional operations Monitoring and steering key trade indicators Managing order and stock management Handling documents for proper accounting follow-up Maintaining the highest level of customer experience in the store Executing visual merchandising and brand image according to Carré Blanc standards Collaborating with the team in Toronto on events and campaigns Managing back-office operations, including inventory management and store schedules Providing feedback and guidance to the Toronto Team on market/competitive pricing, new products, and competitive activity. Team Building Responsibilities: Recruit and mentor sales staff Train new team members Lead and develop employees' career aspirations Foster cohesion, team spirit, and promote curiosity, diversity, and collaboration within the team As the Store Manager, you will represent the Carré Blanc brand to customers and instill corporate values within the store team. To succeed in this role, you’ll need the following qualifications and attributes: ~ Post-secondary education in Business Management (an asset) • 3+ years of experience in People Management ~5+ years of Retail experience ~ Experience working in a multi-channel (direct/indirect) environment, with e-commerce experience being an asset ~ Bilingual in English and French ~ Excellent interpersonal skills ~ Rigorous, results-oriented, and always striving for excellence ~ Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to embrace change ~ Committed, proactive, and passionate about retail and customer service In return, we offer you. At Carré Blanc, you have the opportunity to collaborate with, learn from, and grow alongside colleagues in a complex, global organization. You can utilize your strengths to drive strategic business initiatives for the company. Moreover, we offer a dynamic work environment in an innovative business, along with a competitive salary, great benefits, and a supportive atmosphere. Here, you can hone your talents with new challenges and pursue exciting career opportunities. Working at Carré Blanc is not just a job – it's a chance to inspire through impactful work.